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Acknowledge Someone’s Accomplishments Rather Than Complimenting Them

By: Emily Price

We all pass out compliments at some point or another, most often with the intention of expressing a positive sentiment toward another person.

Everything from “I really like your shirt!” to “I think you did a really good job here,” are commonplace in conversation, but they also have one thing in common: the word I. Fast Company story this week points out, that when you use I in that compliment you’re actually making your statement about yourself, not the other person. Read more »